16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,

but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor:

But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

16 A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,

but one who hates corruption will have a long life.

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a great oppressor,

But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days.

16 A ruler without wisdom will be cruel,

but the one who refuses to take dishonest money will rule a long time.

16 The prince that lacketh understanding is also a great oppressor;

But he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

16 The prince void of intelligence is also a great oppressor: he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.

16 A leader without understanding taxes ⸤his people⸥ heavily, 

but those who hate unjust gain will live longer. 

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor;

but one who hates unjust gain will enjoy a long life.

16 A ruler who lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but those who hate unjust gain will have long days.

16 A ruler who is mean to his people doesn’t have any sense.

But anyone who hates money gained in the wrong way will enjoy a long life.

16 A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding,

But he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.